John A. Bruns

JOHN A. BRUNS Spaulding Township, Michigan John passed away on Saturday, September 3, 2022, at 87 years old. He was born on July 26, 1935, in Saginaw, Michigan. John Allen Bruns was married to Shirley (Fries) Bruns on May 28, 1955, and after 59 years of marriage, Shirley predeceased John on August 25, 2014. John is survived by his sons, Jay (Kim) Bruns, Mike Bruns, and his fiancée, Shelly Bohinski, James (Karen) Bruns; his grandchildren, Rachel Ensign, James (Gabrielle) Bruns, Michael (Megan) Bruns, Jacob Bruns, Kenneth (Kaitlyn) Weber, Kacey Bruns and Aaron Briggs, Glen (Kristin) Morin; his great grandchildren, Riley Mae and Hazel Grace; his brother, Larry (Sharon) Bruns; his brother and sister-in-law, Larry (Sharon) Lacy; sisters-in-law, June Bruns, Sue Bruns, Sally Fries, brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Larry (Paula) Brenner; several nieces, nephews, extended family and dear friends. John is also predeceased by his parents, John and Neva Bruns; his in-laws, Peter and Lydia Fries; his brothers, Dale (Randy Lou) Bruns, Thomas (Marlene) Bruns, Richard Bruns; his brothers-in-law, Duane Fries, Ronald Fries, and his sister-in-law, Margaret Piwowarski. Prior to his retirement in 1986, John worked for Baker Perkins for 32 years. He served in the United States Army from 1955 to 1958, and was stationed in Germany for 2 years, also served 10 years in the Michigan National Guard. John farmed his entire life, until he suffered a stroke in 2018. The last several years, John became hired help, working on his son, Mike’s farm. Back in the day, Dad played fast-pitch and slow-pitch softball for many years. He also was an avid bowler. He enjoyed his U.P. getaways, spending many summers there. He loved being on his brother-in-law, Ron’s pontoon boat, perch fishing with Uncle Ray and Uncle Larry all summer. Dad especially loved spending time with his family and friends. His grandchildren meant the world to him. Dad was always there whenever you needed anything and we will all miss his helping hand. John was a lifelong member of St. James Lutheran Church. In accordance with John’s wishes, no services are planned. He will be laid to rest with Shirley at a private family committal in Spaulding Township Cemetery. The family wishing to send a special “Thank You” to HealthSource Saginaw and Covenant Harrison (7th Floor H7M) for all of their loving care given to John. Memories and sympathies of John may be shared with the family on his memorial website at WakemanFuneralHome.com

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John A. Bruns

July 26, 1935 - September 3, 2022